Aside from actually, you know, playing The Dude, Jeff Bridges has also tried to achieve Dude-ness by studying Buddhism with his teacher and friend Bernie Glassman. The Dude and the Zen Master ($15) allows you to share in the dialogue between the pair, including thoughts on life, the movies, and the importance of keeping things simple while trying to do good. Probably even some laughs — not sure about the burgers or beers, though.

Explore the history of one of the most iconic automobiles of all time with The Porsche 911 Book ($125). Created for the 50th anniversary of the original 901, this hefty hardcover weighs in at over 300 pages and is filled with 250 gorgeous photos of models both old and new, all shot by legendary auto photographer René Staud. Perfect coffee table fodder for Porsche lovers and really high-end Jiffy Lubes.

You can certainly learn about the main philosophy of the Jedi by watching the Star Wars films, but if you want specifics, you're going to want this. The Jedi Path: A Manual for Students of the Force ($100) includes "writings" from ancient Jedi Masters, as well as personal commentary from more recognizable faces like Yoda, Obi-Wan, Anakin, and Luke. The book itself arrives in a motorized vault and comes with multiple removable trinkets, similar to the Book of Sith ($60) — which is a must purchase for those looking to study the nuances of the Dark Side.

Your sense of smell is way more sensitive than your sense of taste. And that's a huge reason why the aromas you inhale from a dram of whisky greatly impact your tasting experience. The makers of the Norlan Whisky Glass know that, but also know that the aesthetic you get from a classic tumbler matters as well, and have combined the best of both worlds in this unique piece of glassware. Each glass is hand-blown from Borosilicate glass and available in sets of two.

Designed to stand up to the climate and terrain of the Pacific Northwest, the Danner Mountain 600 Boots are a great choice for your next outdoor trek. Made with legendary hiking boots of the past in mind, each pair features a Vibram midsole and a Fuga outsole for the grip you need on uneven turf and the comfort you need during a challenging hike. So while they look like a great pair of boots that are built to protect and last, they are also lightweight and comfortable so you'll reach for them whether you're adventure bound or just bound for a night out.

Don't worry about heading to your local comics store to scour the shelves for the best of Alfred E. Neuman's periodical — someone's already done that for you. Totally MAD: 60 Years of Humor, Satire, Stupidity and Stupidity ($20) is 256 pages of the best the magazine has had to offer. Some of the classic material inside includes Spy v. Spy, The Lighter Side Of, Horrifying Clichés, and A MAD Look At... Oh, and don't despair for Alfred — he's featured on 10 of the 12 included classic cover prints.

See underneath the face of more than 300 animals with Skulls: An Exploration of Alan Dudley's Curious Collection ($18). Weighing in at 240 pages, this hardcover tome is filled with fantastic full-color photography of many specimens from Dudley's private collection, which is believed to be the largest and most complete in the world. The visuals are accompanied by writing from Simon Winchester, explaining more about the skull and listing the more information about the animal. Oh, and if dead trees aren't your thing, it's also available as an interactive iPad app.